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Accommodation: Family Homes (Basic Refuges)
Availability: Every Day of the Year

TOUR DESCRIPTION:

DAY 01.-UYUNI SALT FLATS EXPEDITION + INCAHUASI ISLAND + SAN JUAN

10:00 AM – We will all gather in our office in Uyuni to prepare for the trip to the biggest salt flats in the world: Uyuni Salt Flats.

11:00 AM – We will get started (utilizing a 4x4 Jeep Land Cruiser) on our adventure where we will visit the following touristic attractions:

Train Graveyard – Where we will observe very antique trains and locomotives that date back to the end of the 19th Century; the majority of the trains made their routes with wagons that carried minerals – but, they only lasted for so much time. These trains were part of an industrial past, but now they that have been naturally transitioned into a wonderful, but mysterious tourist attraction.

The Village of Colchani – Located on the outskirts of the Uyuni Salt Flats, the village of Colchani is the principal means of entrance to the Salt Flats where we will observe the activity of salt extraction in an artisanal form; the villagers will show us the extraction process which includes the drying, shaping, and bagging of salt for sale, and this process is now dedicated to the making of artisanal pieces which are made of different salt molds and textiles.

Salt Mounds – The salt mounds which you will be able to observe are little pyramids of salt; the villagers of Colchani make these mounds to dry the salt and then later transport them to the village to be processed. In addition to seeing these mounds, we will also pass what is called the “Ojos de Sal” which are different colorful eruptions of salt within the Salt Flats that are often filled with water, giving them their peculiar colors.

Salt Hotel – Located in the heart of the salt flats, this famous hotel is entirely made of blocks of salt; literally – from the inside and out – the walls, the floor, the beds, the tables, the chairs – everything is adorned in salt. The hotel hasn’t functioned as a hotel for a multitude of years, but it is definitely a wonderful museum to visit.

Incahuasi Island(Isla del Pescado in Spanish) – Located likewise in the middle of the Salt Flats, Incahuasi Island is a rocky formation in which is found a multitude of gigantic cacti with altitudes topping more than 10 meters; from the top of the island, the entire Salt Flats can be seen – a beautiful sight.

After visiting Incahuasi Island, we will have lunch and then continue to enjoy the dazzling white salt desert.

AFTERNOON –We will make our way to the village of San Juan where we will spend the night in family homes (basic refuges).

NOTE: Please take with you warm clothing, sleeping bags (available for rent from our offices), sun glasses, sun block, a camera to take pictures, gloves, warm hats, towels, lanterns, and hygiene bags; likewise, a rain coat during the months of December through March.

IMPORTANT: For the expedition to the Uyuni Salt Flats and also to the lagoons, there will be no tour guide due to the fact that the trip is landscapist and there is nothing to explain; the driver will give the necessary information in Spanish.

DAY 02.-LAGOONS + COLORFUL LAGOON

AM – After breakfast, we will continue our adventure until we reach the Colorful Lagoon; during the trip, we will travel to the small Chiguana Salt Flats which are still in formation, and then we will stop to observe from a distance the active volcano of Ollague. We will also visit the lagoons of Cañapa, Hedionda, Chiarcota, and Honda where you will have the opportunity to see a myriad of beautiful flamingos. During the middle of the day, we will stop to have lunch – and, in the afternoon, we will pass by the Siloli Desert where we will see an interesting rock formation called Arbol de Piedra which is a peculiar-looking rock that resembles the shape of a tree. Passing the interesting rock formation, we will continue our way until we reach the Colorful Lagoon which is located in Eduardo Avaroa Wildlife National Park. The Colorful Lagoon’s characteristics are a sight to see; the red color of its waters are due to its sediments and also the pigments of different types of algae and plankton – but, it doesn’t always maintain the same color – and, depending on a variety of ever-changing characteristics (lighting, climate, etc.), you can see different shades of blue, orange, purple, white, brown, and even green. Likewise, you can see many Andean flamingos.

AFTERNOON – Continuing for about 15 minutes, we will arrive to Huayllajara (approximate arrival) where we will stay the night in family homes (basic refuges).

DAY 03.-GEYSERS + GREEN LAGOON + TRANSFER TO SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA (CHILE)

05:00 AM – Early in the morning, we will set out to appreciate the Geysers – geothermal fountains within the volcanic zone of Sol de Mañana (Morning Sun in English); this place is the highest point in the route at 5,000 meters above sea level and the cold is intense. After visiting the Geysers, we will continue to a place called Polques de Chalviri where you will be able to take a relaxing bath in the thermal baths found within the place (optional – please take with you a towel and swimming trunks or a bathing suit); we will also have breakfast there and then head past the desert of Salvador Dali until we reach the White and Green Lagoons (4,350 meters above sea level) which are located at the foot of the Licancabur Volcano. The White and Green Lagoons’ characteristics are a sight to see as well; the green color of their waters are due to the high content of magnesium that is characteristic of the geographical formations of the area, but the intensity of the color depends upon the wind strength. The Licancabur Volcano is the natural milestone that divides Bolivia and Chile at the border. After stopping at the White and Green Lagoons, we will head towards San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, changing transportation at the Hito Cajones immigration post at the Bolivian-Chilean border (Note: Please be sure to take with you information regarding your identification – for example, your passport – as these may be necessary to cross the border; if you have any questions regarding what is required, don’t hesitate to contact our offices, as we are always available to answer any questions that you may have).

13:00 PM – We will arrive to San Pedro de Atacama (approximate arrival).

Not Included In the Tour: Paid entrances to the Incahuasi Island, Colorful Lagoon, and Eduardo Avaroa Wildlife National Park (approximately a total of USD$ 28.00 [180 Bolivianos]); snacks; drinks; tips for transport drivers.

INFO.: Please keep in mind that – due to changing weather climate and also conditions of the route to Uyuni (especially during the rainy season between December and March) – the order of these attractions will be subject to change without prior notice; however, all attractions will always be accessible – except for Incahuasi Island (possibly inaccessible only during the rainy season).

NOTE: In order to provide tour and/or tour package prices, we would appreciate if you would please provide for us the number of people who would be going on the tour.

PRICE PER PERSON: USD$

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Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights

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